by Skyla Soles | Dec 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
Why do you give people things? Whether it’s time, money, or gifts, why do you give to people? Do you love them? Do you give so someone will feel like they owe you? Is it just time to do the Secret Santa thing? Do you expect a specific reaction to the gift? Do...
by Skyla Soles | Dec 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Some people need a little extra help around the holidays. Sometimes you’re one of those people. There are a lot of programs out there to help with whatever is needed, but let’s not forget to do some helping others ourselves. Even if you don’t have...
by Skyla Soles | Nov 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Sometimes when you ask a child to say a prayer before a meal, they will start thanking God for things that we don’t usually think about. I’ve seen a kid actually peek up from a bowed head to glance around the table to see if there was something she missed,...
by Skyla Soles | Nov 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Yesterday while sitting at church, my mind wandered to the topic of foundations in life. When you have a healthy, safe, stable childhood, you have a good foundation for being a healthy, safe, stable adult. I have been blessed to have had a very good foundation in my...
by Skyla Soles | Nov 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
Feeling guilty or feeling remorse is not the same thing as repenting. Simply feeling bad about doing something or having regret over making the wrong choices does not mean that you’ve repented. Feeling bad or guilty about doing the wrong thing can certainly be a...
by Skyla Soles | Nov 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Lately I’ve felt discouragement creep up on me. But after talking to God and some friends about it, I’ve felt encouraged. Talking to God and friends about things that bother you is very helpful to do. It’s good to ask for help when you need it. And...
